UK pledges £162m in missiles; Ukraine appoints new foreign minister

independent.co.uk — September 6, 2024 at 05:01 AM UTC

Ukraine has appointed Andrii Sybiha as the new foreign minister amid a significant government reshuffle, which includes nine new ministers. The UK has pledged £162 million for 650 lightweight missiles to enhance Ukraine's air defenses against Russian attacks. This announcement was made during the Ukraine Defence Contact Group meeting in Germany, as President Zelensky aims for increased government engagement with allies ahead of his upcoming US visit.

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